Gnomes Garden 3: The thief of castles

Casual· Strategy· Puzzle· Time Management

Released Dec 2016

Gnomes Garden 3 — a new chapter in this exciting fantasy/strategy game. Head off into unknown lands and defeat the warlock!

87% positive · 148 reviews

Done

All announced content has been released

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Done

All announced content has been released

High confidence

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

Gnomes Garden 3: The thief of castles launched on December 22, 2016 as a self-contained casual strategy game. The store description describes a complete package: over 40 levels, 4 unique locations, a defined plot with a beginning and end, and over 20 hours of gameplay. There is no mention of DLC, expansions, seasons, or any post-launch content plans. The developer's news posts for this game are not related to Gnomes Garden 3 itself — one announces a new game (Frenzy Islands) in March 2025, and two others from 2018 reference unrelated games (Business Tour and DayD). No developer communications indicate any post-launch content was ever planned or delivered for this title. The game launched as a finished product and has remained so.

Evidence

Store description presents the game as a complete, self-contained experience with 40+ levels, 4 locations, a defined story, and 20+ hours of gameplay. No mention of DLC, expansions, or future content.

description · Dec 22, 2016 source content shipped

high

Developer announces an entirely separate game, Frenzy Islands. No mention of Gnomes Garden 3 content or updates.

news post · Mar 14, 2025 source ambiguous

low

Media

Details

Developer

Creobit

Publisher

8Floor

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Not rated

Players

Single-player

Casual Strategy Time Management Puzzle 2D Fantasy Management Relaxing Psychological Horror Female Protagonist Resource Management Sequel

About this game

"The gnome princess has finally come home. She managed to make peace with the trolls and befriend their queen, but at home evil was afoot: a warlock collector stole the gnome monarch’s castle along with the royal family! The princess must gather a team and set off on a new adventure to save her loved ones!

Set off with her through uncharted lands full of mystery and unbelievable creatures in the exciting casual fantasy/strategy game Gnomes Garden 3.

Lots of different objectives, more than 40 levels, a fun plot, simple and engrossing gameplay, and new game elements: all this and more awaits in a special magical world. Manage resources and building construction, plant magic giant trees, and fight against the dastardly warlock and his mass of followers. Simple gameplay and concise insructions will help you dive right in. Just don’t forget about the princess’ immense magical power if you get stuck!

Gnomes Garden 3 — track the evil warlock to the Grey Wastelands!

- An extraordinary magical world whose source of magic is ancient gardens.
- An upbeat plot, colorful comics and charming characters!
- A multitude of varied quests and new gameplay elements.
- Colorful trophies.
- Over 40 unique levels.
- Unusual enemies: sentient plants, gremlins, stone dormice and... krakens.
- 4 unique locations: the magic forest, crystal caves, desert and Grey Wastelands.
- Useful bonuses: speed up work, stop time, run fast.
- Simple controls and a well-designed tutorial..
- Over 20 hours of exciting gameplay for all ages.
- Pleasant themed music."